Cheese and Vegetable Tamales

Tamales de rajas con queso are a popular variety of tamal filled with tomato sauce, cheese, and strips of poblano peppers. The mellow flavor of the cheese is a perfect match for the spiciness and smokiness of the roasted peppers. You can serve these tamales by themselves or alongside other types of tamales to provide a meatless option for guests. These tamales are also known simply as tamales de rajas. The word rajas means “strips,” and refers to the strips of poblano p